A man was shot dead during a sidewalk dispute in Chicago's River North. The shooting occurred early Sunday morning. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.

Siblings Ademeko Maclin-Carney and Ausarian Carney were sentenced to 30 and 24 years in prison, respectively, for the 2022 kidnapping of a Decatur businessman.

Illinois Department of Revenue announces a new property tax equalization factor of 1.0561 for Monroe County, used to ensure uniform assessments statewide.

Illinois Commerce Commission approves rail crossing safety upgrades in Stephenson County, with new signals and improved roads at two crossings, costing $1.13 million.

Chuck's Gun Shop in Riverdale, known for its alleged link to crime scene weapons in Chicago, has closed. Celebrated by anti-violence advocates, its shutdown marks a potential step forward in curbing gun violence.

Illinois investment advisor Ralph Rogers III was indicted on six counts of wire fraud for allegedly defrauding clients and faces up to 20 years per charge.

The Chicago PD seeks help to find missing 15-year-old Emily Buchen, described as 5’2″, 170 lbs., with brown eyes and blond hair, last seen in the 4700 block of N. Clarendon Ave.

Chicago Police issued a community alert regarding sexual abuse in Logan Square; seeking a male suspect involved in a January 14 incident on W. Armitage Ave.

The current Illinois state flag won a redesign contest, outvoting new designs and revealing residents' preference for the familiar symbol. The General Assembly will now decide the flag's future.

Jones College Prep in Chicago experienced a suspected swatting incident involving a false bomb threat and a fabricated report of a gunman, resulting in a temporary school lockdown and a police investigation that found no actual threat.

Chicago Police issued a missing person alert for Destini Thompson, last seen February 15. She's a 28-year-old Black female, and the public's help is sought.

Chicago has a brief warm spell with clear skies and 40s temperatures before snow returns, per Weather Service and Fox32 Chicago. Weekend looks sunny with highs in the 40s and 50s early next week.

Tyrece Williams' wrongful murder conviction, linked to former Chicago police detective Reynaldo Guevara's misconduct, was overturned after 20 years in prison. This marks the 50th such case reversed due to Guevara's actions.